Species Mapping
We play a leading role in updating and maintaining the NJ Endangered and Nongame Species Program's database of rare animal species.
Jobs and Internships
Here are open positions with the Conserve Wildlife Foundation of NJ.
Kristin Ryerson, CWF 2012 summer intern, climbs a ladder holding a juvenile osprey that fell from it's nest after a strong storm in late-June in Absecon, NJ. © Ben Wurst
The Conserve Wildlife Foundation of New Jersey is excited to offer internships for Summer 2013. Our volunteer internships can offer either course credit or professional experience - depending on the intern's university requirements. Small stipends may be available in certain cases.
Our 2013 Summer Internship opportunities include both field work internships and office-based internships. See below for details.
FIELD INTERNSHIPS
Amphibian Project Internship (Position has been FILLED)
Assist in documenting vernal breeding pools and amphibian road-crossing hot spots while educating the public about amphibian conservation. Flexible location; northern New Jersey preferred. Up to 25 hours per week. Click here for more details.
Bat Project Internship (Position has been FILLED)
Assist in educating the public and collecting data on NJ’s bats. Flexible location within New Jersey. Up to 25 hours per week. Click here for more details.
Great Bay Terrapin Project Summer Internship (Application period closed)
This is a volunteer position in the southern Ocean County & Atlantic County areas. The will be a $1,500 stipend for this internship in 2013. Housing may be available if needed. Intern(s) will work with CWF biologists to conduct road patrols for nesting terrapins along roads in Ocean County and Atlantic Counties to collect data on terrapins encountered on roads, reduce road mortality, raise awareness of terrapins, educate the public about terrapins, work with volunteer stewards, and indentify other road kill hot spots.
Nest Box Project Internship (Application period closed)
Install and monitor nest boxes for barn owls and American kestrels. Flexible location; easy accessibility to Hunterdon and Somerset Counties is preferred. Up to 25 hours per week. Click here for more details.
OFFICE-BASED INTERNSHIPS
The following positions are based in Trenton, New Jersey.
Communications
Provide hands-on leadership on CWF's public outreach, online presence, and social media. 7-25 hours per week. May be offered to qualified applicants as a research internship done primarily from home or school. Interested applicants should e-mail a cover letter and resume.
Environmental Education
Provide hands-on support for CWF's education programs. 7-14 hours per week. Interested applicants should e-mail a cover letter and resume.
GIS Internship (Application period closed)
Utilize Geographic Information Systems (GIS) tools to map rare species locations across New Jersey. 7-14 hours per week. Click here for more details.
Marketing
Work with CWF staff on corporate outreach, member outreach, and event promotion. 7-25 hours per week. May be offered to qualified applicants as a research internship done primarily from home or school. Interested applicants should e-mail a cover letter and resume.
Public Affairs
Assist CWF on policy initiatives, including research, communications, and serving as a liaison on various advocacy initiatives. 7-25 hours per week. May be offered to qualified applicants as a research internship done primarily from home or school. Interested applicants should e-mail a cover letter and resume.
Video/Photography
Gather footage and edit videos showcasing CWF's wildlife projects statewide. Should have video experience; access to video equipment is recommended. 7-25 hours per week. May be offered to qualified applicants as a research internship done primarily from home or school. Interested applicants should e-mail a cover letter and resume.
Wildlife Conservation
Assist CWF's various wildlife projects through research, correspondence, and administrative work. 7-25 hours per week. May be offered to qualified applicants as a research internship done primarily from home or school. Interested applicants should e-mail a cover letter and resume.
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